Last Updated: March 9, 2026
The Boynton Beach Police Department (“BBPD,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the privacy of visitors to its website. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected through this website, how that information is used, and how it may be disclosed.
Information We May Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily
You may choose to provide personal information when you submit forms, send emails, request services, or otherwise communicate with the Boynton Beach Police Department through this website. This may include your name, contact information, or other details you choose to provide.
The website may also allow members of the public to submit crime tips or other law-enforcement information. Any information submitted through these forms may be used by the Boynton Beach Police Department for law enforcement purposes.
THIS WEBSITE SHOULD NOT BE USED TO REPORT EMERGENCIES. If you are experiencing an emergency or need immediate police assistance, call 911.
Automatically Collected Technical Information
When you visit this website, certain technical information may be collected automatically through server logs or analytics tools. This may include:
- Internet Protocol (IP) address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Date and time of access
- Referring website addresses
This information is used to monitor system performance, maintain website security, and improve website functionality.
Cookies and Analytics
This website may use cookies or similar technologies to support site functionality and analyze website usage.
The Boynton Beach Police Department may use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, to help understand how visitors interact with the website. Google Analytics may collect information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and general geographic location derived from IP addresses.
This information is used in aggregate form to improve website performance, usability, and accessibility. Information collected through analytics tools does not identify individual users to the City.
You may learn more about how Google uses data collected from sites that use its services at: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.
How We Use Information
Information collected through this website may be used to:
- Respond to questions, requests, or communications submitted through the website
• Receive and evaluate crime tips or law-enforcement information
• Provide information and public services
• Maintain website security and system integrity
• Monitor website usage and improve accessibility and usability
Public Records
Under Florida law, many communications with government agencies are public records. Information submitted through this website, including emails, form submissions, or crime tips, may be subject to disclosure pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, unless an exemption applies.
Website Security Monitoring
This website and the systems supporting it may be monitored to ensure proper operation, verify security features, and detect unauthorized attempts to access or modify information. Unauthorized use of City systems may be subject to investigation and possible legal action.
Sharing of Information
The Boynton Beach Police Department does not sell, rent, or trade personal information collected through this website.
Information may be shared:
- With authorized City employees or contractors who require access to perform their duties
• With other law-enforcement or government agencies when necessary to carry out official functions
• When required by law, court order, or other legal process
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information collected through this website. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Third-Party Websites
This website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by the Boynton Beach Police Department. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those websites.
Children’s Privacy
This website is intended to provide information and services to the public and is not directed toward children under the age of 13. The Boynton Beach Police Department does not knowingly collect personal information from children through this website.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or website practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Boynton Beach Police Department
2100 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach, FL 33425
Phone: 561-742-6100
Email: BBPDPIOTeam@bbfl.us
